Indiana, PA State Correctional Institution Pine Grove View
State Correctional Institution Pine Grove is a Pennsylvania state prison in Indiana, Indiana County, operated by the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. It is a secure correctional facility for male inmates committed to state custody, including sentenced individuals and certain supervised or transferred offenders, rather than a local holding jail for routine pretrial detention. The facility is part of Pennsylvania’s state prison system and provides custody, programming, and reentry services for inmates assigned by the Department of Corrections. Local pretrial detainees and people awaiting initial court action are typically held in a county jail, not a state correctional institution.
Contact and Location Information
How to Find an Inmate at State Correctional Institution Pine Grove
To find someone here, use the official inmate search link provided on this page for the facility’s roster or the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections inmate locator. A roster or locator typically lists identifying details such as name, inmate number, location, custody status, and sometimes commitment or charge information; county jail rosters may also show booking date and charges. Records do not always appear immediately after intake or transfer. Processing, identity checks, and data entry can take several hours, so search results may be delayed. If no record appears, check the spelling, try again later, or contact the facility or the committing county for guidance.
FAQs
How do I visit an inmate at State Correctional Institution Pine Grove?
Visits are usually scheduled under Pennsylvania Department of Corrections rules. You may need to be on the inmate’s approved visiting list and follow current visiting hours, dress rules, and security procedures.
What do I need to bring when visiting State Correctional Institution Pine Grove?
Bring a valid government-issued photo ID, such as a driver’s license, state ID, or passport. Minors usually need to be accompanied by an approved adult, and visitors should check rules before bringing keys, phones, bags, or other personal items.
How do I make phone or video calls with an inmate?
Inmates generally cannot receive incoming personal calls. They may place outgoing calls or use approved video services through the facility’s phone provider, and family members may need to create and fund an account.
How do I send mail to an inmate?
Use the inmate’s full name and inmate number, and follow the facility’s mail rules exactly. Mail is screened, and items such as cash, unauthorized photos, or materials that violate rules may be rejected.
How does the commissary work?
Commissary lets inmates buy approved items such as snacks, hygiene products, and writing supplies. Family or friends may be able to deposit funds through approved payment methods, and spending limits or item restrictions may apply.
How is bail set and how do I post bond at State Correctional Institution Pine Grove?
Bail is usually handled by the court in the county where the criminal case is pending, not by a state prison. Sentenced state inmates are generally not held on bail, so contact the court, clerk, or committing county if the person has an active pretrial case.
What happens during the intake process at State Correctional Institution Pine Grove and when will the inmate appear in the system?
During intake, staff verify identity, review paperwork, assess medical and security needs, assign housing, and enter information into records systems. It can take several hours or longer after arrival or transfer before the inmate appears in the public search system.